Private tour in Helsinki Maria H

Helsinki and Porvoo Day Tour with Guide and Driver

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Maria H.

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'Tour Guide to TV crews, journalists, bloggers, luxury tour operators plus regular travellers such as yourself!' Thank you for stopping by my page! My name is Maria and I am a full-time professional Authorized Helsinki Tour Guide with seventeen-years of guiding experience and areas of specialization in history, design and architecture. I am also the most booked Helsinki Guide guide on ToursByLocals and my client feedback is without exception excellent. Helsinki has been my home town for the past thirty-eight years of my life, and I take great pleasure in sharing it with visitors from all over the world in either English or Spanish. Superseding simply fluent language skills, I offer native-speaking guide services guaranteeing seamless interaction and a rich experience. My personality, interests, enthusiasm and passion show in my work. I combine professional service with a personal touch delivering tours to visitors from all over the world, spanning all walks of life, all backgrounds and all interests - including somebody such as yourself! For me the best of rewards is to be told by guests that I have been the best guide of their vacation. My guiding services are also regularly used by journalists and TV presenters writing travel articles or hosting travel shows about Helsinki : Rick Steves has been one of these many guests. I am a keen amateur photographer and all the photos on my pages have been taken by myself. On our tour I can help you to create wonderful photograph memories. If you are a wheelchair-bound traveller I may still be able to offer you and the rest of your group a tour with a specially adapted vehicle. Please contact me for details. If your group size exceeds the number on my published tour please contact me and I will send you a customized tour offer. Mis servicios de guía los ofrezco tanto en inglés como en español. Welcome - Bienvenidos - Tervetuloa (in Finnish) ! Authorised Helsinki Tour Guide - Qualified Design Guide - Specialised Media Guide for Helsinki Partners Marketing and PR Division. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Sight, I am not allowed to give tours inside the Suomenlinna Maritime Fortress. Only accredited Suomenlinna guides permitted. The island is visible from the mainland by boat where commentary is unrestricted.

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Overview of your Helsinki tour

Combine a tour of Helsinki, the nation's Capital City , with Porvoo , a picturesque town from the Swedish period and one of the oldest towns in Finland. Porvoo, rich with history from both the Swedish and Russian periods of colonial rule, was founded on the banks of the river back in 1346 during the period of Swedish rule. From the middle ages onwards it prospered enormously from the exportation of tar. The red-painted warehouses lining the shores of the river are a testament to this history. Standing proudly on the hilltop, the Porvoo Cathedral hosted the visit of Alexander I back in 1809 effectively ushering in the period of Russian rule. A statue of the emperor inside the cathedral commemorates this historical moment. After some free time in Porvoo, we will return to Helsinki: Known as 'The Daughter Of The Baltic', on this tour you will discover why. Marvel at the eclectic mix of architecture in a city dotted at every turn with beautiful parks and stunning Baltic Sea shoreline. Welcome!

Your Helsinki tour itinerary

Main Milestones: 1) Meet at hotel or cruise harbor with guide plus transport and begin tour. 2) Drive to Porvoo with commentary on route. This is a journey of about 45 minutes. 3) Walk around Porvoo with guide and visit cathedral (subject to availability) followed by free time. 4) Return to Helsinki 5) Tour of Helsinki visiting the city's major landmarks : The Senate Square , Sibelius Monument, the famous Rock Church and Chapel of Silence ( last two subject to availability). Free time will be available. 6) Tour completed. I will accompany you back to your hotel or cruise harbor.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan

We will use a comfortable minibus and this will be available for the complete duration of the tour. If your group size exceeds ten please contact me for a personalized offer.

What's included
Other: Entry to the Rock Church ( always subject to availability ) is included in the tour fee. The services of a driver and transportation for the duration of the tour are also included.
What's not included
Other
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Helsinki, Uusimaa, 00170, Finland

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  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
Architecture
City Highlights
Tour reference number
81202
Languages
Spanish
Finnish
English
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
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Traveller reviews for this private tour in Helsinki

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Who is this private tour in Helsinki best suited for?

This private tour is perfect for travellers who want to explore both the vibrant city of Helsinki and the historic town of Porvoo in one day. It's ideal for those interested in history, architecture, and scenic beauty. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly, and for cruise ship passengers looking for a shore excursion.

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